BARBRO NILSSON & Midcentury Swedish Textiles
November 23, 2015
A few decades later, Scandinavian modernist aesthetics drastically rose in popularity. The bold, yet unfussy, Scandinavian textiles proved to work well alongside the modern art in many of our clients' environments. One of the 20th century Swedish textile designers whose work I am very fond of in that regard is Barbro Nilsson (1899-1983). read more
The story behind F.J. Hakimian, one of the world's premier textile galleries.
October 22, 2014
Walking into Joseph Hakimian’s carpet gallery in Midtown, Manhattan is a bit like entering a cathedral. The atmosphere is meditative—like weaving upon a loom—and the myriad layers, textures, colors, and woven forms create a soothing, storied environment. Tapestries cling to the walls and countless rolled carpets stand by, all silently bearing witness. read more